Three separate fundraising events are being held to raise money for a Tyneside meningitis survivor.

Two Motown nights and a clairvoyance evening are being organised to raise money for three-year-old Richard Hunter who lost both his legs, his right arm and the fingertips of his left hand to meningitis.

Richard was struck down with meningitis in June 2010 when he was just 11 months old. Doctors were forced to amputate both his legs, his right arm and the fingertips of his left hand to save his life.

Since his release from hospital, Richard’s family has set up two funds to help raise money for equipment he will need when he is older.

On May 11 and June 15 a Motown night will be held at the Newcastle Labour Club Appreciation Society to raise money for the Help Richard Live Life to the Full appeal.

Tickets are £5 and must be bought before the night from the club. On June 6 there will be an evening of clairvoyance at Scotswood Social Club form 6.30pm. For information on tickets call Maureen on 07880 838909.